[DruannB]

I found this quote in a book and it epitomizes how I want to live the rest of my life:

"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather you should skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming, 'Woo hoo! What a ride!' Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

[mtdjed]

I like the comment "Do not fail at retirement." Too many people hang onto the past and go back to work.

[rubicon]

To many people work is pleasure. I would have never retired but my health failed and so I was forced into early retirement. Ironically I am healthier now than when i retired. But my love for my work still lingers after 9 years retired

Cest la vie

[OpusX1]

Retirement is hell, you never get a day off!

[NYGUY]

Originally Posted by DruannB

I found this quote in a book and it epitomizes how I want to live the rest of my life:

"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather you should skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming, 'Woo hoo! What a ride!' Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

Love it!!,,

[The Buckeyes]

Retirement is when you stop living at work and start working at living!!!

[Happydaz]

Originally Posted by DruannB

I found this quote in a book and it epitomizes how I want to live the rest of my life:

"Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well-preserved body, but rather you should skid in sideways, chocolate in one hand, martini in the other, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out, and screaming, 'Woo hoo! What a ride!' Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."

I had a friend quote that same book. He is an avid motorcyclist and liked that broken down version of being all used up when he dies, skidding sideways with a martini in his hand. He wants to be able to experience all he can as fast as he can. Sounds like Hemingway! I prefer a more spiritual life, one that hopefully leaves me fuller and wiser as I age. My friend was not too happy when I told him that Hunter S. Thompson, the author of that quote, committed suicide at 67, similar to Ernest Hemingway, another unfortunate alcoholic. There were reports that Thompson's wife was on the phone when he put a gun to his head. He was a brilliant man but unfortunately his life was a sad story.

[Jusglenn]

I remember a good friend saying that he never heard anyone on their death bed saying... "I wish I would of spent more time at work" !!

[DruannB]

Originally Posted by Happydaz

I had a friend quote that same book. He is an avid motorcyclist and liked that broken down version of being all used up when he dies, skidding sideways with a martini in his hand. He wants to be able to experience all he can as fast as he can. Sounds like Hemingway! I prefer a more spiritual life, one that hopefully leaves me fuller and wiser as I age. My friend was not too happy when I told him that Hunter S. Thompson, the author of that quote, committed suicide at 67, similar to Ernest Hemingway, another unfortunate alcoholic. There were reports that Thompson's wife was on the phone when he put a gun to his head. He was a brilliant man but unfortunately his life was a sad story.

I don't see those two concepts necessarily in conflict. I'm spiritual, and feel fuller and wiser as I age. But I also want to live life to the fullest. I teach a course called The Bucket List at my university and we read great works of literature, like Henry James' The Ambassadors, that speaks to "LIVING." I was a journalist for many years and didn't know that the quote was from Thompson. I would never advocate his lifestyle, but I bet it wasn't ALL bad. Life never is.

[Carpe Diem]

I think Lee Ann Womack's song, "I Hope You Dance" is a good way to live retirement.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmBSGlXqC4Q

[BS Beef]

Too many things in here I liked to quote them all. So in no particular order:

-Loved the song, thanks for sharing.

-Rubicon, you don't see the possible connection to not working and your better health?

-And to the rest I would say I liked pretty much all of the quotes I read.

Thanks to all

[tomwed]

I had a technology dream job in charge of the media, computers, set designer and builder and golf coach in a high school. I had all these "Xmen" type volunteers who loved me. In no small way I changed their lives. Some had learning disabilities, personality disorders, some were geniuses and everyone in between. Four went on to the Academies.

My job was eliminated and here I am.

So retirement is a lot like work to me.

[Greg Nelson]

Retirement is everything it's cracked up to be..getting old isn't worth a s..t

[Happydaz]

Retirement to me is having the time to savor a good book, enjoy a day at the pool, a bike ride, some time with my friends, gardening, and a whole bunch of other things! I enjoy traveling, spending time with my family, eating out at some good restaurants, going to church, watching the sun come up and go down, going to the Squares and the new Sharon Morse Center, etc., etc.. Retirement is a lot of fun to me. I also like to do some creative things, like painting and landscaping. Maybe some "pondering" too, such as about the "universe" or "multiverse." Retirement gives me the time to do lots of things, but it also allows me the time to just sit there and ponder, to stop and enjoy the moment. To me, having breakfast with my wife, then taking a walk with my coffee and strolling through my garden is one of my greatest joys.

[BS Beef]

Originally Posted by Happydaz

Retirement to me is having the time to savor a good book, enjoy a day at the pool, a bike ride, some time with my friends, gardening, and a whole bunch of other things! I enjoy traveling, spending time with my family, eating out at some good restaurants, going to church, watching the sun come up and go down, going to the Squares and the new Sharon Morse Center, etc., etc.. Retirement is a lot of fun to me. I also like to do some creative things, like painting and landscaping. Maybe some "pondering" too, such as about the "universe" or "multiverse." Retirement gives me the time to do lots of things, but it also allows me the time to just sit there and ponder, to stop and enjoy the moment. To me, having breakfast with my wife, then taking a walk with my coffee and strolling through my garden is one of my greatest joys.

What a great sentiment and a wonderful outlook on life. Thanks for sharing!!!